Step into the mind and era of Louis H. Sullivan, the visionary architect often called the “father of modern architecture.” Mark Myers, local reenactor, exploring Sullivan’s groundbreaking ideas, personal struggles, and lasting influence on the skylines we know today, brings the great architect to life.
In this biodrama, Sullivan reflects on his early years growing up in 
Boston, his stay in Paris, and his eventual rise in Chicago during a time of rapid urban growth following the Great Chicago Fire.
Sullivan shares his innovative skyscraper designs and intricate ornamental style, his mentorship of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright and the challenges he faced later in life—financial hardship and changing architectural trends. His recognition was fading until he was commissioned to design, in the Midwest, eight “jewel box” banks, one of which is located in Newark, Ohio.